Obesity is a huge problem among adults and children, but it is also a problem for our pets. Here are a few ways you can keep your puppy from becoming overweight.

It’s a lot easier to prevent obesity than it is to eliminate it, which means taking preventative measures to make sure your dog doesn’t gain any extra pounds in the first place.

First, choose the right diet for your pooch. A high-quality dog food is a must, but there are many different varieties depending on your dog’s breed and age, so make sure you check with a professional before you bring your first bag home.

Don’t forget exercise! You should strive to take your dog for a walk or a jog at least once a day. Playing in the backyard or going to the dog park are both good ideas too!

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“Ice melt” or “quick melt” products are used to treat walkways and driving surfaces that are prone to ice over in the winter. The chemicals in these products can melt ice quickly; however, those chemicals can also cause harm to pets including the Boxer. Because of this you should take extra precautions when walking your Boxer outdoors. For instance, avoid treated surfaces and try and keep your Boxer in the snow or on the ice. If you and your Boxer do take a walk down a treated roadway, please be sure to clean his paws once you return indoors. You may even want to purchase pet wipes to keep at the door so all you’ll have to do is wipe down the paws super fast before entering the house. In addition, you may want to consider buying your Boxer some protective snow shoes or some other winter paw covering. Talk to your vet Portland, OR for more details.

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If you live in an area prone to winter storms or heavy snowfall then you probably also live in area that is heavily treated with sand and salt to keep walkways and driveways from icing over. These products are a great way to keep people from slipping and falling; however, the products can be toxic to Siamese and other cats. If you can’t avoid these surfaces consider buying snow shoes for your Siamese. An alternative to snow shoes would be simply cleaning your cat’s feet each time you go outdoors. When you come in from time outside, soak your Siamese cat’s feet in a bowl of warm water. If your cat has especially hairy paws try keeping the hair trimmed short to prevent snow and ice build-up. You can also help prevent your cat’s paws from cracking by rubbing petroleum jelly on them before going out. Ask your vet Portland, OR for more tips.

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Skipping your puppy’s appointment to the vet may sound appealing, but it is important that you show up on time. There are certain vaccinations that every puppy needs in order to ensure a long and healthy life.

The most well-known vaccine is the rabies vaccine. Because it is the law to provide your pup with this vaccine, it has all but been eradicated in dogs. However, your pup could still get it from other animals. In addition, your dog will continue to need this vaccine throughout his lifetime.

Canine distemper can be deadly, which is why this vaccine is important. The parvovirus vaccine is also administered because is it quite common, but it is also deadly.

Your vet may also recommend the canine hepatitis vaccine. To make sure that your dog is up-to-date on all his shots, schedule an appointment with your veterinary clinic Lafayette, LA.

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Most people have visions of cats curled up on the bed or couch during naptime because it’s soft, comfortable, and warm. Then, why in the world do some cats curl up on the kitchen floor instead?

Although cats have a higher resting temperature than us, which means they enjoy warm environments, they can still overheat. If your cat is feeling a bit warm, especially if the weather outside has gotten warmer, you may catch him curled up on the linoleum.

Cats with long hair tend to overheat more often, so they are most likely to be found on hard flooring. However, some cats just like the way a smooth surface feels as opposed to a soft one.

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Your cat is likely to push your buttons every now and then. From jumping up on the counter to not using the litter box, you’ve probably been tempted to drop or throw your cat in your frustration. Unfortunately, this isn’t a good idea.

Although you may feel like you’re teaching your cat a lesson, you’re actually teaching your cat that bad things happen when you pick him up. It will cause him to avoid being picked up by you in the future, even if it’s for a little attention.

In addition, your cat’s paw pads are extremely sensitive. Getting dropped or thrown is not only scary, it can hurt!

Instead, consider making a loud noise or using a squirt bottle. For more tips on properly disciplining your feline friend, contact your Vet Myrtle Beach SC.

Did you know that FeLV stands for Feline Leukemia Virus? This virus can affect all breeds of cats including the American Shorthair cat. It’s important to recognize the signs and symptoms of FeLV as well as to be aware that the illness is only contagious in cats. In fact, younger cats and senior cats are more susceptible to the disease as are cats that live outside and have routine contact with other cats. The FeLV virus can cause anemia and lymphoma in cats. It can also cause a suppressed immune system which can make cats much more susceptible to infections and other diseases. Other illnesses that can be caused by the FeLV virus include kidney disease and other cancers. Lymphoma is the leading cancer caused by FeLV. It is also known as lymposarcoma and is a highly malignant and fatal cancer of the lymph system. Talk to your veterinary clinic Greenwood, IN to learn more.

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Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal disease in most breeds of cats including the Ragdoll. Did you know that these deadly worms are capable of invading the heart, lungs and blood vessels of your Ragdoll? Heartworm disease is transmitted in cats from mosquitoes. The disease, if not caught early, can be fatal as it can cause permanent damage to your Ragdoll’s main organs especially the lungs. Adult female heartworms produce baby worms that circulate in the bloodstream. The mosquito picks up these baby worms when it sucks the blood from the infected cat. It takes 10 to 14 days for the baby worms to enter the infective stage. Once the mosquito bites another cat, it deposits the larvae into the cat. It can take 6 months for the babies to mature. Heartworms can live two to three year in cats. Call your veterinarian Greenwood, IN for more details.

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